Philadelphia Celebrates Ben Franklin’s 308th Birthday!

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It’s always great to spend time with your father, but what about one of the nation’s founding fathers no less! I got a chance to do that when Ben Franklin joined me live on the set of Eye Opener to kickoff his 308th birthday – January 17th.

We talked about all the cool celebrations planned in honor of the renowned scientist and inventor who helped draft The Declaration of Independence and The US Constitution. You’ve got to see my “selfie” with Ben Franklin.Check out our video below and you can head to visitphilly.com for all the details.

But, here are some of the ways you too can celebrate Ben Franklin with your family and friends.

·Free Admission To New Benjamin Franklin Museum

·A Franklin-themed Getaway Giveaway

·Birthday Parties & Appearances by Ben Franklin

You never know who’ll stop by on our set – so be sure to wake up with us each weekday from 6 to 8 a.m. Happy Birthday Ben!